Yes — Sam’s Club accepts EBT (SNAP) cards for eligible food purchases inside all Sam’s Club warehouse locations. You can also use EBT through the Scan & Go feature inside the Sam’s Club app while shopping in-store. If you’re not sure whether you qualify for SNAP or want to estimate your potential benefits, you can … Read more
CalFresh, California’s version of SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program), helps over 5 million residents buy groceries with an EBT card. But with benefits loading monthly and spending adding up fast, knowing your balance is key to avoiding checkout surprises. On October 30, 2025, as the “One Big Beautiful Bill” (signed July 4, 2025) begins its … Read more
As of October 2, 2025, political tensions in Congress have reignited fears of a government shutdown, reminiscent of the 35-day closure in 2018–2019. With funding deadlines looming, low-income families relying on programs like SNAP (food stamps) and WIC are understandably anxious. The good news? Benefits like SNAP are designed with safeguards to continue during short … Read more
In today’s digital world, staying connected isn’t a luxury—it’s a necessity. For the millions of Americans relying on SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) benefits to put food on the table, access to affordable technology can mean the difference between landing a job, attending virtual school, or simply staying in touch with loved ones. That’s where … Read more
If you’re using an Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) card through the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), you’re in good company—over 42 million Americans rely on SNAP to put food on the table. Known as CalFresh in California, SNAP helps low-income households buy nutritious groceries. But where can you shop with your EBT card? The good … Read more
The Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) card is essential for accessing Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits, allowing low-income households to purchase food. Losing your EBT card can expose your benefits to fraud, but prompt action can protect your account and secure a replacement. This article outlines what to do if you lose your EBT card, … Read more
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) uses Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) cards to deliver benefits for purchasing food. Each state has a dedicated EBT customer service phone number for tasks like checking card balances, reporting lost or stolen cards, changing PINs, or resolving transaction issues. This article provides a comprehensive list of EBT phone numbers … Read more
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), known as CalFresh in California, provides monthly benefits via an Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) card to help low-income households purchase food. Removing someone from your SNAP case may be necessary due to changes in household composition, such as a person moving out, becoming ineligible, or passing away. The process … Read more
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), commonly known as food stamps, provides low-income households with Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) cards to purchase food. A common question is whether SNAP EBT cards can be used to buy hot or prepared foods, as many recipients face barriers to cooking at home. Generally, SNAP regulations prohibit purchasing hot … Read more
The “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” (OBBBA), signed into law by President Donald Trump on July 4, 2025, is a sweeping reconciliation bill that reshapes federal safety net programs, including Medicaid and the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). This legislation, passed to fund tax cuts and other priorities, imposes significant cuts, new eligibility requirements, and … Read more